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Can half erupted wisdom tooth cause pain on my face?

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Hi doctor,

I am 32 weeks pregnant. I am having pain on the right side of my face. I have one half-errupted wisdom tooth. Could this be the reason?

Please help.
Answered by Dr. Shwetha. K. Shetty

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Dr. Shwetha K. Shetty is a skilled Dentist specializing in Oral Medicine and Radiology, with expertise in diagnosing complex oral diseases, managing orofacial pain, and interpreting dental radiographs and imaging. She focuses on early detection of oral cancers, TMJ disorders, and mucosal conditions. Dr. Shetty is committed to delivering accurate diagnoses and personalized care to ensure optimal oral health and patient well-being.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Pain in the back tooth of your lower jaw could probably be from the wisdom tooth. You are 32 weeks pregnant which means that you are in your third trimester of pregnancy. During the third trimester, any form of dental treatment is not performed. The reason for this is that dental treatment can be stressful and this can cause an imbalance in the hormones.

However, in your case, the pain from the tooth is causing you a lot of stress. In my opinion, it is best if you consult your dentist for a physical evaluation. So, you can take a safe painkiller. If you do need the wisdom tooth extraction then it can be postponed until you have your baby.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At March 28, 2016
Reviewed At September 30, 2024

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Shwetha K. Shetty is a skilled Dentist specializing in Oral Medicine and Radiology, with expertise in diagnosing complex oral diseases, managing orofacial pain, and interpreting dental radiographs and imaging. She focuses on early detection of oral cancers, TMJ disorders, and mucosal conditions. Dr. Shetty is committed to delivering accurate diagnoses and personalized care to ensure optimal oral health and patient well-being.

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Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Shwetha K. Shetty is a skilled Dentist specializing in Oral Medicine and Radiology, with expertise in diagnosing complex oral diseases, managing orofacial pain, and interpreting dental radiographs and imaging. She focuses on early detection of oral cancers, TMJ disorders, and mucosal conditions. Dr. Shetty is committed to delivering accurate diagnoses and personalized care to ensure optimal oral health and patient well-being.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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